Standard Test Method for Determining the Consistency of Refractory Castable Using the Ball-In-Hand Test

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Hardcopy , PDF

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English

Published date

01-09-2019

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This test method covers the procedures for determining the consistency of a castable using the ball-in-hand test. The amount of water used in a castable has a significant influence on its performance.

1.2This test method applies to castable refractories that are described in Classification C401. It also applies to such castables containing metal fibers.

1.3This test method is not intended to determine the proper consistency for gunning, pumping, or self-flow applications.

1.4The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.5This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. (See 6.2.3 for a specific safety warning.)

1.6This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee	C 08
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	4
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM C 860 : 2015

API RP 982:2023

Inspection and Assessment of Refractory Linings

ASTM C 401 : 2012 : R2022	Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories
ASTM C 401 : 2012 : R2018	Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories